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Michael Sigman
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 11:18 am Post subject: Albion Sword Collectors Club |
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There is something new we are offering called the Albion Collectors Club. If you buy 6 Albion Mark Swords you get the 7th sword free.
* Free sword must be of equal or lesser value of an average of the 6 swords purchased, though the average value may be applied as dollar credit toward a sword of a higher price.
* Applies to Albion Mark First Generation, Next Generation and Museum Line swords
* Buyer pays shipping and handling
*The 6 swords must be purchased within 1 year
I hope you enjoy!!!
Mike Sigman
Albion Swords
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Jeremy V. Krause
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 11:26 am Post subject: |
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Mike, this is an excellent opportunity but few are those with such funds to expend within a single year! Jeremy
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Michael Sigman
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 11:29 am Post subject: |
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Jeremy V. Krause wrote: | Mike, this is an excellent opportunity but few are those with such funds to expend within a single year! Jeremy |
I understand completely bud. The only problem is we have to limit it somehow.
Gives people something to shoot for though.
Mike Sigman
Albion Swords
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Brian M
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 11:29 am Post subject: |
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I assume that previous NG purchases also count? I have three already, after all.
I'd like to second Jeremy's point. Although I understand that it is a business calculation for Albion, perhaps an 18-month or even 2-year limit would be doable? There are certainly 3 -- well more than 3 -- NG/Museums I want, but 6 in a year is stretching things rather thin for most people.
Regards,
Brian M
Last edited by Brian M on Fri 09 Jul, 2004 11:43 am; edited 1 time in total
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Michael Sigman
Industry Professional
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 11:33 am Post subject: |
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Brian M wrote: | I assume that previous NG purchases also count? I have three already, after all.
Regards,
Brian M |
Depends on the person
As long as it has been within the last year - we are good to go bud.
Mike Sigman
Albion Swords
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Timothy Gulics
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 11:36 am Post subject: |
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That's really cool... I wish it included Jody swords as well
The sword is my companion.
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Nathan Robinson
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Timothy Gulics
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 12:01 pm Post subject: |
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Same here...
Have:
Crecy Mk II
NG Gaddhjalt
NG Gotland
Getting:
NG Sempach
Wanting:
NG Sovereign
NG Valkyrja
Maintz Gladius
The sword is my companion.
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Brian M
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 12:04 pm Post subject: |
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Got in my edit too late, but read my post above Mike, if you are still there.
My personal 6-for-1 list:
Have: Gaddhjalt, Baron, Knight
Want(top 3, anyway): Berserker, SoSM-T, Vassal
Bonus Sword: Chieftain
Also, Mike, is there a general idea what the SoSM-T is going to be priced at?
Regards,
Brian M
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Timothy Gulics
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 12:22 pm Post subject: |
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SoSM-T?
The sword is my companion.
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Michael Sigman
Industry Professional
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 12:30 pm Post subject: |
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Brian M wrote: | Got in my edit too late, but read my post above Mike, if you are still there.
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Also, Mike, is there a general idea what the SoSM-T is going to be priced at?
Regards,
Brian M |
I am sorry about that bud. One year is all that we can do - it is a bookkeeping issue for one example - trying to track all of this going back further than a year is a nightmare.
I understand where you guys are coming from. It is hard and no matter what you do - you can not make everyone happy. I don't mean for this to come across rough. That is not my intention. If we would have picked 2 years someone would want 3. This is has been talked about for over 6 months now and this is the conclusion that we have come to.
Actually the First Gen's were originally not included as part of this. We decided at the last minute to include them. I know this is not for everyone - but hopefully some will be able to take advantage of it because it is a sweet deal.
I don't have a idea right now on Turin. It is all going to depend on our cost. We will be offering it as low as we can though.
Mike Sigman
Albion Swords
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Roger Hooper
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 12:40 pm Post subject: |
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Well, I've got the Gotland and the Sovereign, with the Castellan coming soon. Probably buy one or two of those XIX's. Kingmaker and Viceroy look nice. But, there is no way I could buy 6 of these guys in one year. Still, nice offer.
Last edited by Roger Hooper on Fri 09 Jul, 2004 12:43 pm; edited 1 time in total
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Kirk Lee Spencer
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 12:42 pm Post subject: |
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Timothy Gulics wrote: | SoSM-T? |
Sword of Saint Maurice Turin...
Next in line in Museum Line
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Two swords
Lit in Eden’s flame
One of iron and one of ink
To place within a bloody hand
One of God or one of man
Our souls to one of
Two eternities
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Timothy Gulics
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 12:52 pm Post subject: |
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Ooh. Excellent.
The sword is my companion.
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Gary Grzybek
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 1:09 pm Post subject: |
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I think it's a nice offer Mike. A bit out of my league but still generous enough.
Here's where I'm at...
Ordered or received:
Baron
Sovereign
Viceroy
Next to order:
Jarl
After that it may be a while
Gary Grzybek
ARMA Northern N.J.
www.armastudy.org
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Patrick Kelly
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 3:21 pm Post subject: |
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Hmmmmmmm................
Check your records for me Mikey.
I've purchased the Migration type D, Crusader, Baron, Regent, Vinland, and now the Jarl.
Am I within the one year window?
"In valor there is hope.".................. Tacitus
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Christian Fletcher
Industry Professional
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 5:26 pm Post subject: |
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Do qualifying swords purchased through Albion retailers count toward this?
Christian Fletcher
www.christianfletcher.com
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Joe Fults
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 7:38 pm Post subject: Brilliant Marketing! |
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I'm NOT going to bite on this.
However, it is a great marketing initiative. Another in a string of very well designed marketing initiatives in fact. Seems like somebody (or several somebodys) at Albion really understands how to run a business, generate consumer interest, gain market share, and ramp sales. I applaude you guys for being innovative in more ways than just production and R&D.
"The goal shouldn’t be to avoid being evil; it should be to actively do good." - Danah Boyd
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Brian M
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 10:59 pm Post subject: |
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Mike,
A few annoying questions:
--Will the 1-year period encompass from the SHIP-date of the first sword to the ORDER-date of the last sword? Reason I ask is, if going by the ORDER-date of the first sword, that cuts off several months. For example, I ordered the Gaddhjalt in September '03 (IIRC) but received it Dec 30th '03. So would my window be from Dec 30, '03 to Dec 30, '04?
--For the "bonus" sword, will its value (regarding the average value of the other 6) always be assessed at the normal full price of that sword? For example, I buy 6 swords with an average value of $814. When I buy the 6th, I decide I want the Hersir for my "bonus" sword, whose regular price is $850. But, hey, you happen to have the NG Vikings on sale at $100 off (just for example). Is the value for the "bonus" sword taken at $850, or $750?
--Can the "bonus" sword be kept "in the pocket" for some time for a future sword? I keep hoping to see a "Norman-esque" Type-X from Albion, which is why I'm asking.
Cheers,
Brian M
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Brian M
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Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 11:05 pm Post subject: |
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Joe,
Yes, this is "spending to save" at its finest!
I'm trying to rationalize it thusly: I have already purchased three NGs, which are a "sunk cost." Therefore I can look at it as a "Buy THREE and get one free" deal, instead of buy-6-for-1. It's more palatable to me that way. Dammit.
Brian M
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